Candlelight Diamonds
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Bangles
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Empire Bridal Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Empire Bridal Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Empire Bridal Rings
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
2010s Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1820s English George III Link Bracelets
Cut Steel
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian More Jewelry
Cut Steel
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches
Base Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chandelier Earrings
Citrine, Brown Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
Antique 1850s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
English Chandelier Earrings
Antique 1890s American Victorian Cluster Rings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Early 19th Century Georgian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 19th Century Victorian Dome Rings
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 19th Century Dome Rings
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Early 19th Century French Georgian Cluster Rings
Diamond, Green Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Drop Earrings
Cut Steel
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Dangle Earrings
Cut Steel
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Bangles
Base Metal
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Drop Necklaces
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Dangle Earrings
Steel
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Dangle Earrings
Cut Steel
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Chandelier Earrings
Cut Steel
Antique 1820s British Georgian Drop Earrings
Cut Steel
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Gold, Silver, Mixed Metal
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Dangle Earrings
Cut Steel
Antique Early 19th Century British George IV Drop Earrings
Sterling Silver
Antique 1840s British Early Victorian Drop Earrings
Cut Steel
Antique 1780s British Georgian Brooches
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 18th Century European Georgian Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Wedding Rings
Diamond
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century French High Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
20th Century British Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Platinum
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The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
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